9.9 - 15 hp Evinrude /Johnson carburetor rebuilt with starter removal

[@robertbrown8072]

One of the most thorough and informative mechanic videos I've ever seen

[@delorispoindexter5663]

Iv been a marine mechanic 45 years.he was wrong on a few things.but that's OK you got to learn somehow.one thing he did not show you was the link and sink.you know setting the timming in relation to the carb settings.if that's not set rite.a clean carb not going to help you at all.

[@rickpederson]

I wish I had teachers in school like this! I rebuilt my 9.9 Carb following your lead. Works Great!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

I’m glad this could help!

[@user-singh011]

I never comment on any KZbin videos but I have to say that this video was the best one I have ever seen. So many pointers to make your life easier. Thank you so much!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thank you for your kind words, and the positive feedback!

[@jeffworsham1984]

Very nice and thorough video. Straight to the point, no extras and no background distractions! Great job and thank you very much for this video!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

That’s exactly what I was going for, thanks for watching!

[@johnnimon7853]

Best video on rebuilding a 15 horse Johnson. Thank you so much for taking your time and explaining every simple little thing that’s gonna make my job a lot easier

[@keithmcdonald9891]

This is one of the best mechanical videos I've seen!! I really appreciated how he helped to avoid any surprises. For example the way he explained taking the starter off as one piece so you didn't affect the spring inside. Great video. Thank you!!

[@drophammer776]

Yes, my first time I'm gonna clean carburetor and glad I found this in video

[@richardpena7275]

Great instructions, helps not have to hear distracting background music.

[@wadeballinger6877]

Best video I’ve seen yet on the rebuild of a carburetor….. well done sir !!!

[@davidmann1718]

I never would have tried this without having watched your video. Just cranked the outboard after performing this service following your video step by step. Thank you thank you thank you brother! Engine hasn't ran this well in years

[@wetshoesmechanic]

That’s great to hear! I’m glad this could help!

[@wizard-z296]

This is hands down the greatest carb teardown video I have ever seen for any motor! Thank you so much!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks for posting this! I’m glad it could help!

[@frankpowell5185]

One of the best "how to" video's I have ever seen! Thank you!

[@greggscott3664]

Young Man, the only thing I can say is this. Next to your employer giving you a pay check every two week, "Thank You" is the greatest expression of gratitude you can receive. After having a shop in Portland, OR. charge me $600.00 to tell me they couldn't fix my 1990 8 hp Evinrude LS, because they could find the part, I swore to learn to do what Ii can myself. My time is free. Integrity, Trust and Honesty are rare qualities (in general) these days, you are an example of all three. Helping people is something to be proud of. Thank you. Very Respectfully.

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@Clark4230]

This is a fantastic video. I just got my first boat recently and I know absolutely nothing about outboard motors but this video helped me get my 1977 Evinrude 9.9 in working order. It sat for 3 years without running but after pulling the carb apart cleaning it and replacing the internal parts following this video it started no problem. Thank you for posting

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks for watching, and good job on getting that running!

[@tomswanson6384]

You are very thorough on your videos very detailed and explaining things you are truly one of the only vloggers that I can watch to actually work on things I hope you are still making videos because I will definitely be watching you are much appreciated please keep up the great work

[@marshallnmoonshine]

That's amazing, man. My dad just gave me a boat with that motor on it, and I'm gonna do that. I know it's been a long time since that's been open, if it ever was. I'm pretty mechanically-inclined, but I don't know much about outboards or carburetors. With this, I'm 100% sure I can do that.

[@colewhitehouse6120]

All these videos on the 9.9-15hp evinrude are absolutely fantastic. Thanks a million!

[@larryclark2161]

This guy really knows what he's doing. I'll be looking for more of his in-depth, highly accurate help from here on out. EXCELLENT

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thank you for watching!

[@privateuploads-geo2625]

Thanks found try the detailed video. I never would have attempted the rebuild without it. Hardest part for me was reinstalling the starter, getting that tab in the hole without the spring coming apart.

[@Kevin-vh4tv]

This is absolutely the best and most descriptive video I've seen. It really helped me out, and made it as easy as you made it look. Great job!

[@sebastianquiros8436]

I just want to say thank you for this awesome video. I was having idle issues with my Johnson 15 and after following your instructions I was able to remove and clean out my carburetor. Now my little reliable seahorse is running good as new. I went ahead and subscribed, thanks again!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks for the comment! I’m glad it could help!

[@DavidKrisanski]

Thanks, great video and commentary. Very easy to understand, a lot of people on youtube could learn a lot from you.

[@billarfman4414]

Very informative. one thing I might offer, if you are a clitz like me, in order not to drop the nuts and bolts down in the shaft, you can stuff a rag under it to catch them. thanks very much!

[@brandonwinterod5293]

One of the best how-to videos I've seen on any topic! I have spent years as an automotive tech and small engine tech but I've never worked on an outboard until my son and I bought one earlier this summer. I've been dreading rebuilding my 9.9 carb! I'm quite sure I would have grenaded the starter assembly if I hadn't watched this video first! Lol! Thanks for the great video and the great tips and information!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks for the positive feed back! I’m glad it could help!

[@bearknuckles100]

Excellent, clear and professional video. I was about to scrap my 9.9 because that starter situation looked like a nightmare. Followed your video and out it came so easy. Thanks Mr. I wish all youtube videos were as good as this one. Cheers from a happy camper!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks for the positive feedback! I’m glad this could help!

[@NSwen]

Details the others don't tell you! great video. I placed paper under linkage and carb bolts and actually dropped the linkage bolt and was able to retrieve it. Thanks you!

[@dave-yj9mc]

I spent more time fishing out the washer because of another guys video "short cut" of not taking off the starter rope assembly. It took like 1 minuet to get it off and back on again.

[@gamebreadanimal]

This man is a top notch teacher….

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thank you!

[@beemrmem3]

Great video man. The hardest part was actually getting that right side nut off and on without dropping it. The starter I had already dealt with previously. I spent hours putting a new spring in after it broke on me out on the water. Now I always keep a power drill with me in case I need to start it that way

[@nickpetkoglou1990]

Fantastic video. I believe the Johnson 9.9 I'm trying to start after 8 yrs in storage is in need of exactly what you've shown. The inner works of the motor seem identical as the one in this video ( starter etc. ) will order a kit & try not to screw it up. Thank You from Quebec Canada. Cheers!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Happy to hear this can help you!

[@Hakkas]

Love it. Rebuilt a -78 6hp Johnson and the spring gave me hours of trouble so was dreading to do the same on my -90 GT10 but with that easy starter removal tip Im doing it first thing tomorrow with a big roll of tape.

[@mattp9029]

Awesome video. I will be able to handle this job thanks to you. Getting harder and harder to find anyone who wants to work on these older motors. Going to do my 78' 15 HP.

[@wetshoesmechanic]

I’m glad this could help!

[@jerryperry-mc7tw]

One of the best I've ever watched! Really nice job! Only thing that could be added was maybe the number of turns to use for an initial setting on the needle valve for those who didnt save the setting or lost it during the rebuild. Thank you so much!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

A good place to start is 1.5 turns out after seating. Thanks for watching!

[@corrosioncrawler5706]

My needle valve has NO seal on it at all! Could be the reason that motor runs well when running, but DAMN!... a pain in the a$$ to crank after sitting up or when cold! Ordering a quality rebuild kit, and will revisit this video when it comes in! Thanks for the info, man! GREAT JOB on this video!!!👍🏼😎🎣

[@padretheelder]

excellent video. I'm planning on rebuilding a 1980 9.9 carb this summer. I'm glad i found this.

[@dannyrock5919]

An excellent video with the step by step details with close ups of parts. I have an 1984 Johnson 25 electric start and if my carburetor starts acting up you have given this novice the confidence to try the rebuild. I’ll watch your other videos.

[@wetshoesmechanic]

I really appreciate the positive feedback, thanks!

[@radr3540]

U truly make the greatest videos the level of detail is unlike any othe video out there thank you so much for everything you do God bless

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thank you so much for your positive feedback! I’m glad these videos can help!

[@radr3540]

@@wetshoesmechanic u give us poor folk an advantage truly grateful for that...

[@Raider243270]

Probably the BeSt video on johnson/Rude carbs Ive seen! Nice job

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@newmoon54]

Very informative instructional video! I'm a 36 year OMC Johnson/Evinrude technician and I specialized in small outboards from 2 h.p. (or less!) to 50 h.p.. My favorite motors are the 9.9/15 and the 18 thru 35 h.p. motors. Bulletproof and go beyond duty~!~ If I may just make a minor contribution to your fine tutorial,,, it's in regards to the carburetor ~fuel hose~ from the fuel pump discharge nipple. It's always a good/great idea to (as a routine!) replace that small length of hose, and also the fuel hose from the OMC fuel connector, to the plastic ~fuel pump filter cap~~!~ As both hoses will almost always be the same age, they can become solvent on the inside and can clog up the jet and idle bleed ports. Of course, this only applies to motors that are old enough (6 to 10 years or older!)! Especially with gas containing ETHANOL,, it's critical to replace the fuel lines~!~ Sadly, China is making some horrible fuel line~!~ I've seen it break down in less than a full boating season and especially the clear small diameter hose used on lawn equipment and small outboards~!~ Great work here~!~

[@wetshoesmechanic]

I couldn’t agree with you more! Thanks for adding this comment!

[@ThirtyYearstoolate]

Thanks for the info. I place a magnet under those carb linkage parts, just in case.

[@frankthefisherman1299]

Excellent video on how to clean your carburator. I learnt a lot my friend. Thanks for posting and be safe.

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks for the positive feedback!

[@primsolllineguy8689]

I would like very much to compliment you on your skill set and fantastic video jus so well done! I do have a constructive criticism however. You stress the removal of the cork float and valve tip because of possibility breakage and degradation of materials that could cause a clog. Yet the interior of the engine cowling base was loaded with contamination that could get sucked into the air box. In surgery you address the procedure but also clean the surrounding so as not to contaminate the work being performed. I have rebuilt and worked on hundreds of outboards as well as build boats, what you do not see or is covered up eventually comes back to bite you! On the water this is especially so. It would have taken but a few minibus to clean things and not have remnants of rubber and debris still in residence. I believe that your approach and calm approach is simply too good and your innovation will propel you you to be at the panicle of things, but cleanliness is important as well and you are worthy of me crafting a few words as apposed to so many sloppy people who work in disarray. I say these things very respectfully sir. In my case I las my tools out, also take pictures when unsure and use a compartmented box to keep things in order. One last thing I so admire your approach very well done. Lastly look at the exterior of you project motor, then the interior. The exterior seems pristine and under the air box a tad questionable. If you were buying a motor and bought it based on the exterior then saw the internal not as neat and clean it would speak volumes as to the technician. Good to be clean on exterior but world class to be clean and sound inside and out. Please keep up the great job you are doing and I expect you will be a rock star shortly re your videos sir. ⚓️🎖

[@randallthomas8003]

Excellent video with lots of detail to prevent mistakes. Thanks so much!!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thank you for the positive feedback!

[@randallthomas8003]

@@wetshoesmechanic The job is done in 2 hours. Your points on the spring starter were well taken. Putting it back in correctly was fairly high drama out of fear that I'd let that spring loose. Otherwise, clockwork.

[@MrKeithmichigan]

Ironic I just ordered all the parts you have shown what to do with them. Thank You so much

[@BrianEbie]

Thanks for a great video! I looked and looked and had not thought of removing the starter. I have a 1981 15hp and the same kit is recommended for it. Hoping that when I tear into the carb it is like your video. Thanks again!

[@dennismarjamaa6805]

Wonderful video! No bullshit and very straightforward! Thanks for sharing.

[@nfgassmann8518]

very understandable, great tips and excellent videography. Gave me courage to attempt the rebuild on mine.

[@wetshoesmechanic]

That’s great to hear! That’s exactly the purpose of these videos. Good luck to you!

[@joemartin6439]

You are a fine instructor

[@marcus123841]

I alway drop the flywheel off two minutes less hassle with the pull start you can lift out ,but much easier to refit ,however I always use the tape trick having had one disappear all over the workshop

[@johnnylawrence]

Great vid but you forgot the most important part about cleaning carbs, is clean out those jet holes everyone. The jet holes are the first thing to clog and gum up.

[@TCGEL3M3NT]

Great step by step instructions 🎉

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks!

[@thenrifish]

Awesome video - I have watched several - this is the BEST

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thank you!

[@cone6052]

Thanks for your time. Very good teaching class. Can you posting inboard motor carburetor rebuild?

[@laurencegiersch9615]

Very informative video, If you have large hands, sometime it is easier to get to the carb if you remove the flywheel.

[@KHtally]

Man I have a 1985 and the starter assembly is a pain. Wish I had that pull starter.

[@jackyy548]

Excellent tutorial, thank you sir!

[@Helliconia54]

instead of electrical tape, could you put on a suitable sized nut, to hold it all together?

[@bruceclaxton5721]

Most Excellent Video.....Thank You For This, Very Helpful!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

I’m glad this could help!

[@markdeeframpton]

when taking apart assemblies that are susceptible to dropping parts into the netherwhere I stuff rags a paper towels in the voids beneath in case I lose my grip on said components.

[@beasleyoutside1705]

excellent explanation-best yet

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks!

[@jeremysmith9383]

LOL!!!!! Man i wish i could buy car parts and boat parts that inexpensive! A good quality carb kit in Canada is $60. So jealous. Thanks for the video though!

[@peteryeung111]

Agreed. Canada is way behind, in terms of pricing and availability. Just a note, buy OEM or sierra is fine, don’t buy cheap carb kits off eBay or Amazon from oversea off brands. Rubber parts will degrade within a season. Not good. Ask how I know 😂

[@craigstclair4743]

Excellent how to,good job.

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks!

[@johnczindl9053]

Well done 👍🏻 Easy to follow Thank you 🙏

[@reubenw1187]

Use a magnet to catch all those nuts you are worried about dropping instead of a fingernail lol Great video, thanks man

[@EveningViolinist-om9hs]

I own the exact same motor and did not have to take the pool coil off and did not have to take the linkage off in order to get to that nut.

[@backwaterboatrehab]

Thanks buddy. Video helped me.

[@JimAlonso-f1o]

Very detailed. Perfect

[@muddyudders]

How about a started spring replacement video?

[@wetshoesmechanic]

That’s definitely an idea, thanks for the suggestion!

[@mrjoebatz]

Excellent video!!!

[@jonalfa5565]

Great video 🔥🔥

[@giacomoviola3390]

thanks from Italy!

[@mahdisalehya4183]

Think you very much master

[@Showmethefish]

I use a zip tie around the starter to keep it together...and hang it over the side

[@randy1ization]

did you fix the broken start in gear preventer mechanism? mine is not broken, but there is a spring that im trying to find out on the red lever that im trying to find out what it hooks to.

[@sprayo1e]

Can you show how to adjust and take apart the idle adjustment screw on the side? Mine broke and the only other video that shows a replacement isn’t very informative. I don’t know where the inside plastic piece connects to. Thanks I’m advance

[@garrettjohnson2748]

Hey thank you for such a good video! I’m rebuilding the carb now and during transport the carb plastic linkage broke, do you know where I can find this linkage?

[@wetshoesmechanic]

I’m not sure exactly what part of the linkage we are talking about, but I would check on marineengine.com, or your local marina. If you can get a part number you might be able to find it on eBay also.

[@ProTurbo1988]

great information thank you

[@stephenmcdonald6618]

Would a nut on the bolt through the starter assembly do the same job as electrical tape?

[@douglasalbus7600]

I am in the process of reworking a 1982 15 hp Evinrude. Where can I get accurate information on part numbers for ordering the various kits to rebuild the carb., fuel pump, etc. When I put the information in Google I get suppliers that list a page full of kits. P.S. You give great and accurate steps on the rebuild and checking parts for this motor. Thanks

[@wetshoesmechanic]

I use marineengine.com a lot. If you put in your model number, it will bring you to the correct page and give you a nice diagram to find all the parts you need.

[@vasa56.]

Very ineresting ! thanks

[@fliegenbet]

Excellent video, thank you very much.

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thank you for the positive feedback!

[@crushincrappie6525]

Great Vid - very educational and easy to follow - I've got a 1978 9.9hp Johnson and I'd like to convert the Carb to a 15hp. Where can I find compatible Carb or the parts to rebuild my existing to 15hp?

[@mattp9029]

What do you think about just taking the whole thing stripped down like you did and putting into a sonic cleaner?

[@wetshoesmechanic]

You definitely could, and in some cases that’s a great way to go. If you have access to one of those sonic cleaners, I would say give it a shot. I’m still a pretty big fan of blowing compressed air, or pressurized aerosol carburetor cleaner through the passages Just to verify that the passages aren’t blocked.

[@aaronwilliams-jg2jc]

Hi If the washer off the carb is dropped down in to the shifter linkage how do you get it out

[@1Calusa]

I noticed that you didn't remove the welch plugs, clean then replace. Shouldn't that be done as well?

[@wetshoesmechanic]

If it’s been sitting with ethanol blended gas it it’s not a bad idea to do the welch plugs also. Usually blasting all of the ports with carb cleaner is enough to clean up the cavities behind the welch plugs. I thought about adding it to the video, but it’s tough to show how much pressure to put on a welsh plug in a video, and I didn’t want people to damage the carburetors dealing with the plugs. But if people feel comfortable swapping the plugs out, they probably already know how to do It, was my thought process. I might dedicate a video for swapping the plugs out at some point. Thanks for mentioning it!

[@codyshelton5247]

My 1981 9.9 hp will fire off when I add a little gas to the air intake but will not run at all. I was thinking I must have a blockage of some sort and was going to clean the carburetor. Am I thinking correctly?

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Definitely, I would start with the carburetor and give it another shot. If that doesn’t seem to help, I would verify that the fuel pump is working as well. Also, check your fuel lines and make sure they haven’t deteriorated from the inside out.

[@codyshelton5247]

@@wetshoesmechanic thanks for the verification and your videos. I have a carb rebuild kit in the mail.

[@pamelaharris155]

Why is the red mechanism cut off? Do you not need it? I ask because my hubby accidentally broke ours off & he can’t seem to figure out what it’s purpose is. Same engine as this one. Thanks!

[@wetshoesmechanic]

It was broke off when I acquired the motor. For my specific purposes I actually prefer it to be off. It’s a safety device called “starter pawl”. It engages with your throttle linkage so that you can’t accidentally start it in gear at high enough RPMs to potentially throw you out of the boat if you weren’t expecting it to be in gear when you started it. If it’s installed and working properly you won’t be able to pull the start rope if the Motor was in gear. For my purposes I don’t mind it being in gear when I start due to the type of fishing I do with it. But as a good rule of thumb you should always have all your safety devices functioning on your motors especially if you don’t have a kill cord.

[@GmGarlo]

i have a 1989 evinrude 9.9, and i didnt reference the low speed idle screw . what would be a good place to start from seated ? wish i would of seen this vid before i took it apart .

[@wetshoesmechanic]

1.5 turns back off of soft seat

[@nfgassmann8518]

I tried rebuilding my carb but still won't start easily or keep running. I'm not sure if I did it right or got everything clean. Can I send it to you to check on another 10 or 15hp to be sure it is working or do another rebuild for me? I believe it is a 1974 9.9hp Johnson.

[@privateuploads-geo2625]

i appreciate your videos... i was able to check and verify that I have spark to both plugs from your other video.... I also have verified fuel going to the carb.... but no pop of any kind when I try to start the motor... does that indicate that I may have a gunked up card/jet, and need to rebuild it? or chemically clean it? thanks for you no-nonsense videos. ;o)

[@markfranks48]

Very good thanks

[@waynemullannix1348]

When you take starter loose, I just put a nut on the threads and tighten loosely no need for tape.

[@michaelloy3053]

I have a question. The red plastic part that is cut that was connected to the starter . Why is it cut and what does it do ??

[@wetshoesmechanic]

It is called a starter pawl. It’s a safety device to keep you from having the engine reved up in gear when you attempt to start it. If the motor was turned off and the throttle was engaged while it was in gear, it could potentially throw you out of the boat when it does start. Whoever had this motor before me had cut that part out. I have since replaced it, I just didn’t have a new one when I made the video. Thanks for watching!

[@michaelloy3053]

This might sounds crazy but could we exchange numbers I’m having some issues maybe you have had the same and figure it out already

[@breesturgess2875]

What does a bare carbonator do and what part does it relate to in the carbonator

[@Mrkatt763]

Nice work

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks!

[@larryclark2161]

Thanks!

[@JBOutboards]

Great video. Thanks. Would you ever consider doing a 9.9hp to 15hp conversion video?

[@wetshoesmechanic]

Thanks for watching! If I ever get the opportunity to I will definitely do a video about it. From what I’ve read pre-1979 about the only difference was the carburetor. After 1979 they tuned the exhaust tube and added shim components to the valve reads so it’s a little bit more in depth than just swapping out the carburetor if you start getting into the 80s

[@tommie1980s]

@@wetshoesmechanic hi I love your vids I was going to ask the question above. I have a 9.9 pre 1979 and have been looking at getting a 15 hp carburetor to put on it but my question now it as I brought this second how do I no if it has not already had a 15hp carburetor put in it what's the difference thanks

[@Levers103]

@@tommie1980s Pre-1979 the only difference was the carburetor. You have to look at the carburetor that you have and look at the inside throat diameter of the carburetor. Not the front or the back of the carburetor but the narrowest portion of the throat of the carburetor down by the butterfly. I’m going off memory...but I believe the 9.9‘s were .625 inch diameter and the 15’s were .875 inch diameter.

[@duschnock8308]

Thanks ! 🙏

[@reg7180]

Good video. Just wondering what that red plastic thing is by the flywheel. It looks to be broken.

[@wetshoesmechanic]

It is broken, it’s called the starter pawl. It’s a safety device to keep you from starting the motor with the throttle turned up too high in gear. It keeps you from throwing yourself out of the back of the boat if one of those criteria is met When you’re not expecting it when you start it. It was broken when I received the motor, and for my application on my boat I prefer it not to be on anyway so I just left it. Thanks for the positive feedback, and thanks for watching!

[@raaron]

What is the part # for the 15hp carburetor?

[@walterlee762]

It appears that the starter pawl/ spring is broken on this one. I am trying to figure out where mine should attach. Can you give me some insight?

[@wetshoesmechanic]

I’m not affiliated with this website at all, but it is loaded with information about these motors. Scroll about halfway through this webpage and there’s a picture that shows how to put the spring back together on this. I’ve tried to explain this in forums before and it’s very difficult to describe correctly, so in this case a pictures worth 1000 words. Hope this helps a bit. www.leeroysramblings.com/Johnson%209.9_15.htm

[@peterbarnes8737]

Two things. 1: you should always poke a rag, preferrably white, in and under the carb as far as you can. No matter how careful you may be, it's easy to drop small parts and hard to recover. The rag saves all this. 2: why did you not remove and inspect the emulsion tube, assuming these engines have one as most small engines do. I'm sure I could see one both from the bottom and in through the throat. Emulsion tubes have very small holes and easy to block, or if the engine has had water in the carb for an extended time they can have verdigrease build up in there. Otherwise reasonable explanation.

[@anistj488]

At 5:10 can i just add a nut and washer Just to hold it up ?